With a wealth of energy resources, talented workforce and low operating costs, it’s the right business choice.

Financing & Funding

The right financing and funding can help get a new business get off to a good start or take an existing business to the next level. Find out what is available for your business.

Trade Development

New domestic and international markets are the lifeblood of businesses of all sizes and in all sectors. Discover how you can develop new contacts, explore new markets, and get the mentoring support you need.

Workforce Development

Businesses need a skilled and well-educated workforce to remain competitive in an ever-changing world. Find out about support for work education and training, apprenticeship programs, and wage subsidies.

Business Advice & Services

Many businesses need special licenses, permits, and registrations to operate. Find out what is required for your business and learn about our range of business advisory services and resources.

Government Procurement

The Nova Scotia government prefers to do business with local companies whenever possible. Find out how to get on the Standing Offer list and tender for government business.

Why Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia offers an unbeatable quality of life and a competitive, forward-looking business environment. Find out what business support and funding is available to you here in beautiful Nova Scotia.

Programs & Incentives

Nova Scotia has some of the lowest costs for facility leases, utilities, and salaries and wages when compared to other North American and European countries. Find out more.

Talented Workforce

Nova Scotia is rightly proud of its highly educated, committed workforce. Countries from all over the world are learning what our workers can bring to their businesses. You can, too.

Infrastructure

Nova Scotia offers excellent access to both North American and European markets by sea, air, road, and rail. Discover the advantages of locating your business in Nova Scotia.

Sectors

Nova Scotia offers a supportive and fertile business environment to the IT, clean tech, energy, film, ocean technology, tourism, and life sciences sectors. Find out what they know already.